Straight to poly vs natural stain? Benefits one way or another?

[Keith Wolfe]

This is sample wood cut from the bow I'm making. On the left, natural stain. On the right, oil based poly satin. I don't see the color difference much but maybe it would be different with poly on the stain. No stain would save time. I'm kinda liking the poly side more. Thoughts???

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[Roy from Pa]

I like the right side.

I redid your picture too.

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[wood carver 2]

X2 for the right side.
Dave.

[Bob T.]

X3 for the right side.